German Walther P38 9mm Luger 4.75” Semi Automatic Pistol, MFD 1943 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,425.00
LSB#: LSB251104TE003
Make: Walther
Model: P38
Serial Number: 9208K
Year of Manufacture: Sept 1943 / C&R
Caliber: 9mm Luger
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Center Fired, Double Action / Single Action, Fed By Detachable Magazines.
Markings: The left side of the frame is marked “9208K”. The left side of the slide is marked P.38 ac / 43 / 9208k”. The right side of the slide is marked with two 358 Waffenaments and a chicken with a spooky pinwheel. There are various factory proofs throughout.
Barrel Length: 4.75”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a U-notch sight dovetailed to the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece serrated synthetic panels with a cut for a lanyard loop. There is light wear on the panels. There are scratches and light nicks on the panels. The left panel has a light nick on towards the top of the smooth border. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Fine condition.
Magazine Quantity and Condition: This pistol comes with one 8rd magazines in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original, Numbers Match
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is very light erosion in the bore. There is fouling in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 8 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 85% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows handling and storage wear. There are scratches and thinning throughout. There are light nicks on the slide and frame. There is thinning throughout. . The screw heads are sharp, the pins are unmarred and the markings are clear and legible. Overall, this pistol rates in about Good Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this pistol. As with all used firearms, a cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance needs. The safety also doubles as a decocker.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with a total of one magazine.
Our Assessment: The Walther P38 is a pivotal German service pistol design adopted during the Second World War, notable for introducing the double action and single action trigger system to widespread military use. Manufactured in September 1943 by Walther under the “ac” wartime code, this example reflects mid-war production when efficiency and output were prioritized while core mechanical standards were maintained. The P38’s falling locking block system and exposed barrel distinguished it from earlier service pistols and influenced postwar handgun development worldwide. This model stands as a representative wartime sidearm of the German armed forces during the height of the conflict.
This example is configured with a 4.75 inch barrel, dovetailed blade front sight, and U-notch rear sight, finished in original blue with matching serialized components. The pistol retains approximately 85 percent of its original metal finish, with thinning, light nicks, and handling wear visible across the slide and frame consistent with service use. The bore is bright with sharp rifling, showing light erosion and fouling and rating 8 out of 10, while the serrated synthetic grip panels show minor wear without chips or cracks, overall rating Fine. The action functions correctly and the pistol is accompanied by one eight-round magazine. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! -N.P
